2027 New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train Ticket Purchase Methods and Prices
The New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train is a customized high-end cultural tourism package product of the railway, not an ordinary passenger train, and there is no separate train ticket sales channel. Official booking channels: Wang Fei, Manager of the Special Train Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency (company 24-hour landline: 0991-3335554, 24-hour consultation hotline: 18095969599, service WeChat: xjwf10086). Complete registration process: consult and obtain materials → select departure date and cabin type → submit registration information → pay deposit to lock a spot → sign electronic contract, transparent and traceable throughout
Explore the charm of the Silk Road and enjoy a luxury journey🚂 — The Complete Guide to the New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train
Route overview:A moving feast across north and south of the Tianshan Mountains
Want to unlock 80% of Xinjiang’s highlight attractions in one trip? The New Oriental Express luxury tourist train can be called a “moving five-star hotel,” with panoramic glass observation cars, Michelin-level dining cars, en-suite cabins and other configurations, taking you across snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes and the Gobi, on a 14-day in-depth tour around northern and southern Xinjiang. The newly upgraded “Snow Lotus” train set for 2027 and the classic Golden Diamond cabins will operate in parallel, meeting different tourists’ pursuit of quality and value for money.
Detailed route introduction:Landscape, culture and seasonal advantages
[Landscape highlights]
Symphony of snow mountains and grasslands:From the blue waves of Tianchi in the Tianshan Mountains to the “palette” of Kanas, and then to the sky pasture of Nalati Grassland, the route covers the three major mountain ranges of Altai, Tianshan and Kunlun.
Silk Road cultural corridor:World heritage sites such as Kashgar Old City, Jiaohe Ancient City and Kizil Thousand Buddha Caves link together the thousand-year civilization of the Western Regions, and home visits to people of all ethnic groups and yurt experiences make history vivid and tangible.
Season-limited scenery:From June to August, the grasslands are in full bloom with seas of flowers; from September to October, autumn colors dye Kanas; in winter, a snow-themed special train can be customized (please consult in advance).
[Suitable groups]
Middle-aged and elderly tourists seeking quality:No shopping stops are arranged throughout the entire journey, with a slow pace, and cabins are equipped with emergency call systems.
Photography enthusiasts:Sufficient shooting time is arranged on “internet-famous roads” such as the Duku Highway and Panlong Ancient Road.
Family trips with children:There is a children’s entertainment area in the carriage, and attractions such as Hemu Village and Sayram Lake are suitable for parent-child interaction.
[Recommended check-in spots]
The Three Bays of Kanas:The Fairy Bay in the morning mist is like a picturesque scene; you need to get up early and take the shuttle bus to grab a good camera position.
Panlong Ancient Road:Guided by self-driving transportation services, the special train’s specially approved sightseeing vehicle takes you to experience the slogan wall: “Today you have walked all the winding roads, from now on life is all smooth sailing.”
Kashgar Old City opening ceremony:Every day at 10:30, watch song and dance performances of all ethnic groups at Id Kah Square.
[Travel notes]
Xinjiang has a 2-hour time difference from the mainland; the times marked in the itinerary are all local times.
Explore the charm of the Silk Road and enjoy a luxury journey🚂 — The Complete Guide to the New Oriental Express Xinjiang Luxury Tourist Train. The special train crosses multiple climate zones, so it is necessary to bring a windbreaker, sunscreen and moisturizing skincare products.
Some scenic areas (such as Kanas and Hemu) require transferring to shuttle buses; large luggage can be stored on the special train.
Simple itinerary:New train set VS old train set dual versions
[2027 new train set “Snow Lotus” itinerary]
Day01:Nationwide – Urumqi (self-arranged)
Day02:Urumqi – Tianchi of Tianshan – Beitun (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day03:Beitun – Wucaitan – Chonghu’er – Kanas (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day04:Kanas – Hemu (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day05:Hemu – Ahe Highway – Altay – Jinghe South (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day06:Jinghe South – Sayram Lake – Liuxing Street – Yining (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day07:Yining – Nalati Grassland (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day08:Nalati – Bayanbulak – Duku Highway – Kuqa (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day09:Kuqa – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Kuqa Prince’s Residence – Kashgar (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day10:Kashgar – Baisha Lake – Tashkurgan (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day11:Tajik home visit – Karakul Lake – Kashgar (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day12:Kashgar Old City – Gaotai Folk Houses – Turpan (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day13:Karez – Flaming Mountains – Jiaohe Ancient City – Urumqi (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day14:Urumqi – nationwide (breakfast)
Route overview: A moving feast across north and south of the Tianshan Mountains[2027 old train set classic itinerary]
Day One:Departure place – Urumqi (self-arranged)
Day Two:Urumqi – Tianchi of Tianshan – Altay (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day Three:Beitun – Wucaitan – Kazakh home visit – Jiadengyu (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day Four:Kanas – Hemu (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day Five:Hemu – Ahe Highway – Jinghe South (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day Six:Jinghe South – Sayram Lake – Liuxing Street – Yining (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day Seven:Yining – Nalati Grassland – Nalati Town (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day Eight:Nalati – Bayanbulak – Duku Highway – Kuqa (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day Nine:Kuqa – Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon – Kuqa Prince’s Residence – Kashgar (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day Ten:Kashgar – Karakul Lake – Golden Grassland – Tashkurgan (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day Eleven:Tashkurgan – Tajik home visit – Baisha Lake – Kashgar (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day Twelve:Kashgar – Kashgar Old City – Xiangfei Garden – Turpan (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day Thirteen:Turpan – Karez – Flaming Mountains – Urumqi (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
Day Fourteen:Urumqi – all parts of the country (breakfast)
Transportation guide:Seamless connection between major transportation and the special train
[How to reach Urumqi]
By plane:Diwopu International Airport has direct flights to major domestic cities, and international routes cover Central and West Asia.
By train:Take a train to Xinjiang from Lanzhou/Xi’an, departing in the evening and arriving in the morning to save time.
Manager of the Tourism Registration and Ticket Booking Consultation Center of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency: Wang Fei 18095969599 (copy and add as friend for free consultation and to request detailed route materials)
Want to unlock 80% of Xinjiang’s highlight attractions in one trip? The New Oriental Express luxury tourist train can be called a “moving five-star hotel,” with panoramic glass observation cars, Michelin-level dining cars, en-suite cabins and other configurations, taking you across snow-capped mountains, grasslands, lakes and the Gobi, on a 14-day in-depth tour around northern and southern Xinjiang. The newly upgraded “Snow Lotus” train set for 2027 and the classic Golden Diamond cabins will operate in parallel, meeting different tourists’ pursuit of quality and value for money.[Special train advantages]
Worry-free:No need to transfer to buses throughout the journey; luggage can stay on the special train.
Time-saving:Travel at night and enjoy in-depth sightseeing during the day.
Private:Cabins avoid sharing with unfamiliar tourists.
Ticket fees:2026 reference prices (subject to actual consultation and signing)
[New train set package includes tickets]
Tianchi of Tianshan:155 yuan/person (including shuttle bus)
Kanas:230 yuan/person (including shuttle bus)
Sayram Lake:145 yuan/person (including shuttle bus)
Nalati Grassland:135 yuan/person (including shuttle bus)
Tianshan Mysterious Grand Canyon:45 yuan/person
[Old train set package includes tickets]
Same as above; some attractions may be changed to group discount prices.
Open reservation policy:Lock in seats 90 days in advance
2027 departure dates are now open for reservation; Noble Golden Diamond/Yuexi Golden Diamond cabins need to be booked 90 days in advance.
Old train set Golden Diamond double bed rooms and Blue Diamond 2/4-person rooms need to be booked 60 days in advance.
Children’s policy:Children under 6 are free (without bed); children aged 6-12 are half price (full price with bed).
Price explanation:Official quotes for 2027 departure dates
Detailed route introduction: Landscape, culture and seasonal advantages[New train set prices]
April 16/May 7/May 20:Noble Golden Diamond 65,999 yuan/person, Yuexi Golden Diamond 58,999 yuan/person
June 2 – August 30:Noble Golden Diamond 68,999-72,999 yuan/person, Yuexi Golden Diamond 62,999-66,999 yuan/person
[Old train set prices]
Golden Diamond cabin:38,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond 2-person room:28,999 yuan/person
Blue Diamond 4-person room:24,999 yuan/person
The final price is subject to the official contract signed; prices may fluctuate with travel season, group size and service standards.
Registration method:A professional team serves you
You can register through Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency; consult Manager Wang Fei of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency at 18095969599 (phone and WeChat same number).
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, is a native Xinjiang local who has been deeply engaged in Xinjiang’s tourism industry for more than ten years, has traveled to every scenic spot north and south of the Tianshan Mountains, and is familiar with the full travel routes, road conditions and weather, and local customs of northern and southern Xinjiang. Proficient in various travel plans such as independent travel planning, boutique small groups, local customized vehicles, and tourist special trains, and familiar with accommodation and food in various places, niche secret spots and pitfall-avoidance guides, she can plan classic loop routes as well as customize niche in-depth journeys. She is cheerful and humorous, good at explaining the humanities and history of the Western Regions, easily resolving travel trivialities, and is considerate and reliable throughout the journey.
Wang Fei, Manager of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency, always adheres to the principle of no shopping stops throughout the itinerary, refuses hidden consumption, treats people sincerely and works professionally. She does not make assembly-line itineraries, but only creates comfortable journeys that fit tourists’ preferences, and wholeheartedly lets every friend who comes from afar truly feel Xinjiang’s vast magnificence and simple enthusiasm, and travel in beautiful Xinjiang with peace of mind.
Fee explanation and service explanation
[Fees include]
Transportation:Special train hard sleeper/soft sleeper, local tourist buses, scenic area shuttle buses.
Accommodation:Special train cabins + scenic area hotels (Kanas/Hemu/Nalati, etc.).
Tickets:First gate admission tickets for the attractions listed in the itinerary.
Meals:13 breakfasts and 24 main meals (including specialty meals: roast whole lamb, hand-grabbed rice, big plate chicken).
[Landscape highlights]Services:Guide commentary, insurance, mineral water.
[Fees do not include]
Personal consumption:Drinks, shopping, etc.
Optional paid items:Horse riding, boat tours, etc. (voluntary choice).
Force majeure:Additional costs caused by weather, policies, etc.
Subject to actual consultation and signing.
Travel tips:Make the journey better
Clothing suggestions:Use the “onion-style” layering method for easy adjustment of clothing.
Photography equipment:Bring a wide-angle lens for landscapes and a telephoto lens for wild animals.
Altitude sickness:Tashkurgan is above 3,000 meters above sea level; avoid strenuous exercise.
Cultural taboos:Remove shoes when visiting; do not speak loudly.
FAQ:Quick answers to your questions
Q:Can I charge devices on the special train?
A:Each carriage is equipped with charging sockets; it is recommended to bring a conversion plug.
Q:Can I book a special train cabin separately without joining a tour?
A:Bookings must be made uniformly through the travel agency; individual bookings of cabins by independent travelers are not accepted.
Q:What should we do in case of extreme weather?
A:Reasonable changes to the itinerary can be made upon mutual agreement, with safety first.
Disclaimer
The above information is compiled based on public materials in 2026; the specific itinerary, prices and policies may change due to weather, policies and other factors, and the final contract of Xinjiang Pathfinder International Travel Agency shall prevail.
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